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University of Warwick: Finance and Economics
| Institution | University of Warwick |
|---|---|
| Department | Warwick Business School |
| Web | http://www.warwick.ac.uk |
| masters@wbs.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0)24 7615 0333 |
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Summary
Make your mark on the financial world through impactful research with our Finance and Economics MRes/PhD at the University of Warwick. Study at the internationally renowned Warwick Business School, where you will have the opportunity to research key financial factors affecting businesses.
**Course overview**
Our fully-funded MRes/PhD Finance and Economics programme combines highly relevant and structured training with close mentorship from a team of supervisors to embed you in our culture of curiosity and help you in developing and deepening your chosen area of research. We value our doctoral researchers and aim to attract students from across the globe who are independent thinkers, restless to learn more and challenge themselves. We particularly welcome applicants whose ambition is a career in academia.
Jointly run with the Department of Economics, we aim to establish our MRes programme as one of the leading programmes in Europe, supporting you to pursue a future career in top academic positions, international organisations and central banks. This programme will provide you with a thorough understanding of state-of-the-art research techniques and in-depth appreciation of principal areas of interest for researchers in finance and economics.
**Teaching and learning**
You will study four compulsory modules in Year One, and five compulsory modules plus a dissertation in Year Two. You will then continue on to our PhD Finance programme, and complete your doctoral thesis. The overall course structure is 2+4 years (MRes/PhD).
Our excellent library and superb teaching and learning facilities provide the perfect place for you to commit to your studies, and enable you to expand and deepen your knowledge in your chosen area of research.
This information is applicable for 2024 entry. Given the interval between the publication of courses and enrolment, some of the information may change. It is important to check our website before you apply.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | Minimum requirements Academic requirements for our MRes/PhD Finance and Economics programme An honours degree from a UK university or equivalent from an overseas university; plus a Masters degree, in economics or Finance (with a significant quantitative finance component). Accounting or Financial Mathematics may be considered with a significant finance component. A first-class degree and a distinction at Masters level is recommended but serves as a guideline only |
| Location | Main Site Academic Office University Road Coventry CV4 7AL |
Summary
Make your mark on the financial world through impactful research with our Finance and Economics MRes/PhD at the University of Warwick. Study at the internationally renowned Warwick Business School, where you will have the opportunity to research key financial factors affecting businesses.
**Course overview**
Our fully-funded MRes/PhD Finance and Economics programme combines highly relevant and structured training with close mentorship from a team of supervisors to embed you in our culture of curiosity and help you in developing and deepening your chosen area of research. We value our doctoral researchers and aim to attract students from across the globe who are independent thinkers, restless to learn more and challenge themselves. We particularly welcome applicants whose ambition is a career in academia.
Jointly run with the Department of Economics, we aim to establish our MRes programme as one of the leading programmes in Europe, supporting you to pursue a future career in top academic positions, international organisations and central banks. This programme will provide you with a thorough understanding of state of the art research techniques and in-depth appreciation of principal areas of interest for researchers in finance and economics.
**Teaching and learning**
You will study four compulsory modules in Year One, and five compulsory modules plus a dissertation in Year Two. You will then continue on to our PhD Finance programme, and complete your doctoral thesis. The overall course structure is 2+4 years (MRes/PhD).
Our excellent library and superb teaching and learning facilities provide the perfect place for you to commit to your studies, and enable you to expand and deepen your knowledge in your chosen area of research.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | Minimum requirements Academic requirements for our MRes/PhD Finance and Economics programme An honours degree from a UK university or equivalent from an overseas university; plus a Master's degree, in economics or Finance (with a significant quantitative finance component). Accounting or Financial Mathematics may be considered with a significant finance component. A first-class degree and a distinction at Master's level is recommended but serves as a guideline only. English language requirements If English is not your first language, you must meet a minimum overall standard in a recognised test of English. You must show a good balance across all sections of the test and it must have been taken within two years of starting the course. We will require your certificates as evidence. IELTS - overall score of 7.0, minimum component scores of two at 6.0/6.5 and the rest at 7.0 or above International qualifications |
| Location | Main Site Academic Office University Road Coventry CV4 7AL |
MSc
Summary
MSc Finance and Economics explores the most advanced tools in finance and allows you to use your economics background as a springboard to increase your career options. Learn from two of the University of Warwick’s departments: Warwick Business School and the Department of Economics.
**Course overview**
Our MSc Finance and Economics course is ideal for you if you already have a strong grounding in economics, are highly numerate, and want to learn to apply your knowledge to finance.
You will explore the most advanced tools in finance and use your economics background as a springboard to increase your career options. You will be considering jobs in the City or in the capital markets of your own country, in areas such as asset management, corporate finance, trading, financial regulation, and economic and financial consulting and central banking.
As the anticipation of jobs being challenged by Artificial Intelligence becomes a reality, we aim to share the skills and depth of understanding needed to design, develop, and supervise these new forms of financial intelligence.
Study overseas at one of our key European business school partners as part of our Ethics, Financial Regulation and Corporate Governance module. This immersive learning experience will enable you to participate in your study of ethics and financial market regulation, with teaching in a different cultural setting.
**Skills from this degree**
- Gain a deep insight into both Finance and Economics, with faculty from two top academic departments
- Develop your industry acumen by accessing our CareersPlus service with specialist careers coaches
- Become a specialist via your elective modules.
This information is applicable for 2024 entry. Given the interval between the publication of courses and enrolment, some of the information may change. It is important to check our website before you apply.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Minimum requirements English language requirements Band B International qualifications |
| Location | Main Site Academic Office University Road Coventry CV4 7AL |
Summary
Finance and Economics MSc explores the most advanced tools in finance and allows you to use your economics background as a springboard to increase your career options. Learn from two of the University of Warwick’s departments: Warwick Business School and the Department of Economics.
**Course overview**
Our MSc Finance and Economics course is ideal for you if you already have a strong grounding in economics, are highly numerate, and want to learn to apply your knowledge to finance.
You will explore the most advanced tools in finance and use your economics background as a springboard to increase your career options. You will be considering jobs in the City or in the capital markets of your own country, in areas such as asset management, corporate finance, trading, financial regulation, and economic and financial consulting and central banking.
As the anticipation of jobs being challenged by Artificial Intelligence becomes a reality, we aim to share the skills and depth of understanding needed to design, develop, and supervise these new forms of financial intelligence.
Study overseas at one of our key European business school partners as part of our Ethics, Financial Regulation and Corporate Governance module. This immersive learning experience will enable you to participate in your study of ethics and financial market regulation, with teaching in a different cultural setting.
Following this course, you can apply to the QTEM Masters Network Program and spend up to an additional 12 months studying at one or two International Academic Partners, completing an internship, and taking part in a global Data Challenge with fellow QTEM students.
**Skills from this degree**
- Gain a deep insight into both Finance and Economics, with faculty from two top academic departments
- Develop your industry acumen by accessing our CareersPlus service with specialist careers coaches
- Become a specialist via your elective modules
**Important information
We are planning to make some changes to our Finance and Economics MSc for 2023 entry. Core modules are currently undergoing approval through the University's rigorous academic processes. As any changes are confirmed, they will be included in the module list on this webpage. It is therefore very important that you check this webpage for the latest information before you apply and prior to accepting an offer.**
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Minimum requirements English language requirements Band B International qualifications |
| Location | Main Site Academic Office University Road Coventry CV4 7AL |
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